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Stay informed about what happens in Switzerland and what you must know as Swiss Abroad. We at SwissCommunity and our partner organisations keep you updated by means of printed and electronic information.

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About us

The Organisation of the Swiss Abroad has represented the overall interests of Swiss nationals abroad in Switzerland since 1916, and is recognised by the authorities as the mouthpiece of the “Fifth Switzerland”.

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Living abroad

Living abroad as a Swiss citizen involves many challenges and questions. Here at SwissCommunity, we know which topics are of particular importance to you and we are available to assist you with advice and support.

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Emigration & return migration

Have you decided to realise your dream of emigrating? Or would you like to return to Switzerland? Here you will find all the information you require to carefully plan this major undertaking.

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Politics & voting

As a Swiss Abroad you may take part in elections and votes in Switzerland. You must, however, satisfy certain criteria, which may differ depending on the canton.

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Offers & events

The experiences of Swiss citizens who live abroad are of great importance to Switzerland. Through a variety of offers and events, we encourage social exchanges and networking between citizens of Switzerland at home and abroad.

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Swiss Review
August 4/16

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Our highlights

Switzerland bores underground

Federal Council riding on wave of success

Jules Spinatsch, the photographer who mistrusts clichés

Casting your vote – even if it is sometimes a chore

Letters to the editor

Swiss banknotes become smaller – and more important

The intelligence service, old-age and survivors’ insurance (AHV) and the green economy

The Parmelin effect has failed to materialise

Alphorn with a pop and jazz twist

“Why should people here be any different to those in Russia?”

Hugo Loetscher | Zurich as a gateway to the world

Literature series

Winter camp for children aged 8 to 14

SwissCommunity news

Youth Service offers

SwissCommunity news

Dual education – an apprenticeship in Switzerland

SwissCommunity news

Automatic exchange of information (AEI): the new world of fiscal transparency

Notes from Parliament Building

The single point of contact: your first port of call for questions and concerns

Notes from Parliament Building

Votes and Elections

Notes from Parliament Building

Important notice

Notes from Parliament Building

Publications

Notes from Parliament Building

From Falstaff to systematic colour series

Soul for newcomers

Charles Linsmayer | 150 Swiss portraits

Who is familiar with names like Lore Berger or Jonas Fränkel? Probably only a few people in the know or bookworms. It is a different story with Robert…

Echo

Giulia Steingruber

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